How Long to Read How Iceland Changed the World

How Long Does it Take to Read How Iceland Changed the World?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 50 minutes to read How Iceland Changed the World by Egill Bjarnason

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

"[A] joyously peculiar book." -- The New York Times ‘Bjarnason’s intriguing book might be about a cold place, but it’s tailor-made to be read on the beach.’ –New Statesman The untold story of how one tiny island in the middle of the Atlantic has shaped the world for centuries. The history of Iceland began 1,200 years ago, when a frustrated Viking captain and his useless navigator ran aground in the middle of the North Atlantic. Suddenly, the island was no longer just a layover for the Arctic tern. Instead, it became a nation whose diplomats and musicians, sailors and soldiers, volcanoes and flowers, quietly altered the globe forever. How Iceland Changed the World takes readers on a tour of history, showing them how Iceland played a pivotal role in events as diverse as the French Revolution, the Moon Landing, and the foundation of Israel. Again and again, one humble nation has found itself at the frontline of historic events, shaping the world as we know it, How Iceland Changed the World paints a lively picture of just how it all happened.

How long is How Iceland Changed the World?

How Iceland Changed the World by Egill Bjarnason is 290 pages long, and a total of 72,500 words.

This makes it 98% the length of the average book. It also has 89% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read How Iceland Changed the World Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 36 minutes to read How Iceland Changed the World aloud.

What Reading Level is How Iceland Changed the World?

How Iceland Changed the World is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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Where Can I Buy How Iceland Changed the World?

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